AfSAE's annual Africa Associations Summit offers a unique opportunity for African association professionals to convene and engage in collaborative learning. This important gathering fosters knowledge exchange through inspiring keynotes, thought-provoking discussions, and insightful case studies. Participants at AAS2024 will gain exposure to cutting-edge trends in association management, including innovation and artificial intelligence.
By sharing best practices and exploring real-world examples, attendees will acquire actionable strategies to revolutionize their association's operations and member engagement. The AfSAE Summit will transcend professional development and position delegates as key contributors to the collective growth and success of associations across Africa. Read more
Announcement
The African Society of Association Executives (AfSAE) announces the AfSAE Africa Associations Summit 2024 (AAS5). This year's summit will take place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on September 17-18, 2024. We invite you to participate by submitting your proposal to lead an education session.
Key Details:
- Date: September 17-19, 2024
- Location: Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC), Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Co-Sponsors: Arusha International Convention Center (AICC) and South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB)
Call for Proposals: AfSAE is seeking education proposals that will advance the profession in Africa. If you have fresh ideas and insights related to association management, we encourage you to submit a proposal.
Here are the key criteria for proposals:
- Keynote presentations: We're seeking proposals for engaging presentations on Innovation and Artificial Intelligence in associations.
- Exploring Fresh Solutions: Proposals should encourage attendees to explore innovative solutions in association management.
- Relevant Topics: Focus on topics that are essential to associations and their growth.
- Evidence-Backed Business Cases: Provide compelling business cases supported by research or data-driven evidence.
- Forward-Thinking Approach: Illustrate forward thinking in the field of association management.
- Real-Life Case Studies: Demonstrate the relevance of lessons through real-life case studies.
Submission Deadline: Prepare your proposal now and submit your ideas by May 27, 2024, to info@afsae.org. We look forward to receiving your contributions and creating a positive learning experience for all participants.
For more details, www.afsae.org. See you at AAS5!
Agenda
Speakers
Mungai NFI is the co-founder of the I am a Cameroon movement and a Board member at AfSAE. He has previously served as the Global Policy and Government Relations Director for Africa, at the Global Citizen. He is also the founder BnM Consulting, Managing Partner at Indux Global and Consultant at Africa Plans. He is also a seasoned consultant with African Association Management Company (AFAMCO) on leadership and strategic planning. He is also former Growth and Development Director for Africa and the Middle East at Junior Chamber International (JCI)
Memberships
1. Board member and Treasurer at AfSAE
2. Co-Founder of the I am Cameroon movement - http://iamcameroon.org/index.php
3. Lead I am Africa Campaign- https://iamafricacampaign.org
4. Facilitator - Junior Chamber International – www.jci.cc
Mungai has a Ms Education: Political Science and International Relations.
John Bosco
Kalisa
Executive Director/CEO of East African Business Council (EABC)
https://eabc-online.comMr. Kalisa is an economist by profession specializing in Econometrics, Trade policy, Investment Promotion, and Private Sector Development, and Taxation related issues. He holds a Master’s Degree in Commerce with Economics from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from the National University of Rwanda.
He has an in-depth understanding of the regional economic communities and has participated fully in international, continental, and regional agreements negotiations.
Mr. John Bosco Kalisa has experience in private sector development and competitiveness having previously served as the Country Director of South Sudan for TradeMark East Africa
(TMEA). He has also worked with the Rwanda Private Sector Federation (PSF-Rwanda) and Rwanda Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning.
He has global connections with leading international development partners such as USAID, Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) African Development Bank and the World Bank.
As the EABC CEO/ Executive Director, Mr. KALISA steers the high-level policy advocacy at the EAC Heads of State and Ministerial level to push forward the EABC’s vision and mission of a borderless East Africa for increased business and investment
Sponsors and Partners
Sponsors & Partners
Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC)
The Arusha International Conference Centre located in Arusha, is the leading conference venue in Tanzania.
https://aicc.co.tz
South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB)
The South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB) is a ‘one-stop solution’ for independent information and assistance, giving neutral advice on all aspects of hosting and organising any business event in South Africa.
You can find decent conference venues, convention centres, hotels and bed and breakfasts anywhere in the world. In South Africa, we have plenty of that, too. But if you’re looking for a destination where you can be inspired by the people, sights, sounds and unrivalled tenacity that has seen so many thrive all over the world, South Africa is everything you’re looking for and more.
